Minnesota Lynx vs Las Vegas Aces: Live Score, Updates & Highlights

Sports always have those matchups that transcend the numbers. When the Minnesota Lynx take on the Las Vegas Aces, it's more than just basketball - it's rivalry, it's pride, it's women's basketball at its finest.

On September 4, 2025 (U.S. time, September 5 IST) the Aces finally decided to respond after losing three of the previous encounters this season, winning 97-87 at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas with 14,656 screaming fans in attendance.

For Lynx, it was a tough pill to swallow as their superstar Napheesa Collier struggled to find rhythm. For the Aces, A'ja Wilson once again proved why she is not just a player, but a generational talent.

Match At A Glance – Quick Table

First Half – Lynx Push, Aces Answer

With Kayla McBride hitting early three-pointers, the Lynx got rolling and built up an early lead. Fans were hoping Minnesota would once again beat up on Vegas like they did in August. However, Jackie Young’s 20 points and the playmaking of Chelsea Gray (10 assists on the night) kept the Aces in the game.

While the Aces only had a slim lead at halftime, T-Mobile Arena was buzzing in excitement. Minnesota had hope with a little run from their bench, especially Natisha Hiedeman, to pull within just one point.

Second Half – Wilson Takes Over

When the game got close, one player stood above everyone – A’ja Wilson.

She scored 31 points on an unreal 12-of-15 shooting.

She was a beast in the paint, drawing contact, and confidently taking and making mid-range jump shots.

Each basket was yet another body blow to the Lynx’s hopes of erasing a 19-point deficit.

Fans could feel it – Wilson was not only winning the game but also making a statement in the MVP showdown against Collier.

Vegas holds strong at home@LVAces beat the Lynx, 97-87.

📸 @kalinsipes | #LVAces | #WNBAhttps://t.co/ZI7RJU9zet

— The Sporting Tribune (@SportingTrib) September 5, 2025

Human Side – Crowd, Emotions, And Rivalry

Sports are more than numbers.  The night had:

Fans chanting “MVP! MVP!” every time Wilson scored.
 Lynx fans travelling to Vegas waving signs for Collier, demonstrating the passion women’s basketball is generating across the US.

Benches were tense - every timeout contained emotions.

This rivalry has developed to be one of the most entertaining rivalries in the WNBA, almost a little NBA Lakers vs Celtics vibe.

Turning Points Of The Game

Wilson’s scoring burst in the 3rd quarter – created separation.

Hiedeman’s 4th-quarter spark – gave Lynx a window, but Wilson shut it.

Chelsea Gray’s assists – controlled tempo when the game felt shaky.

Bigger Picture – Why It Matters

For the Aces: This win extended their franchise-record 13-game winning streak and clinched the No. 2 playoff seed. Confidence is sky-high.

For the Lynx: Despite the loss, they still won the season series 3–1, which could matter in mental edge if both teams clash in the Finals.

For fans: This game added more fire to an already heated rivalry.

Extra Nuggets (For Fans Who Love Stats & Stories)

Wilson now has 12 games of 30+ points this season, tying a WNBA record.

The Lynx earlier beat the Aces by a record 53 points in August, making this Vegas revenge sweeter.

Attendance of 14,656 shows the rising popularity of women’s basketball.

Storytelling Angle – What It Felt Like

Lights dim, crowd buzzing, DJ hyping the fans.

Wilson flexing her arms after an and-one finish.

Collier clapping her hands, urging teammates to fight back.

The final buzzer, fans standing, cheering, some even crying.

That’s the magic of sports – raw human emotion stitched into a scoreboard.

Full Season Head-To-Head Recap

Series result: Lynx 3–1 Aces

Final Word – Could This Be the Finals?

Both teams have tremendous rosters, both have MVP caliber leaders, and both have fan bases, aka crazed fans came down to their home games in droves. The WNBA playoff bracket clearly states the only way they can meet up again is in the Finals – and after the drama filled season, every basketball lover is secretly wanting that to happen.